A struggling studio chief must navigate the chaos of a dysfunctional indie movie studio, where his eccentric team of a Swedish director, egocentric stars, and his ex-wife create a challenging work environment.

Mel Wax, voiced by Michael McKean, is the owner of Hopeless Pictures, an independent film studio founded by his parents, Hope and Les.
A struggling studio chief must navigate the chaos of a dysfunctional indie movie studio, where his eccentric team of a Swedish director, egocentric stars, and his ex-wife create a challenging work environment.